PhD Student in Cardiovascular Research | PhD Student (m/w/d)

Universitätsklinikum Essen

Essen, Ruhr, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Dec 18, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This is an exceptional opportunity for talented graduates in experimental life sciences or biomedicine to join the Research Training Group (RTG 2989) focused on 'Targeting cellular interfaces in Reperfused Acute Myocardial Infarction (TCI repAMI)' at the University Hospital Essen. The role involves conducting high-level, interdisciplinary experimental research projects within an internationally-oriented academic environment, potentially based at the University of Duisburg-Essen or ISAS e.V. Dortmund. Candidates are expected to possess a strong background in Cell/Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or Experimental Medicine, along with high motivation for cross-disciplinary collaboration and independent problem-solving. This position offers innovative scientific training, mentoring, funding for workshops and international visits, and excellent career opportunities at the intersection of cardiovascular research and infection/immunology.

Required Skills

Education

Strong Diploma or Master's degree in Cell or Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Experimental Medicine, or related fields

Experience

  • Professional experience in basic and translational cardiovascular research (interest required)
  • Experience with laboratory animals may be obligatory (depending on project)

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • High commitment for active cross-disciplinary collaboration